Consider the following statements regarding Black Carbon (BC):
Statement I: Black carbon (BC) is a short-lived climate pollutant with a warming impact up to 1500 times stronger than CO2, making it a critical target for immediate climate action.
Statement II: Although kerosene has a lower burn rate than biomass, the black carbon emissions from kerosene-based lighting in India are significantly higher due to its higher emission factors.
Which of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?
1
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I.
2
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II does not explain Statement I.
3
Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.
4
Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct.